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WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Bedfordshire Police Police

Crime in Oakley, Bedford

Comprehensive safety analysis for Oakley, localized within Bedford.

Total Crimes

7
trending_down -12.5% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

22.4per 1k
trending_up +1.2% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Total Population

3,795

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences4
Other Theft1
Theft from Person1
Weapons Possession1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Flax Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
 2
On or near Dewlands Map
Other theft: 1
 1
On or near Mill Lane Map
Theft from the person: 1
 1
On or near Farrows Close Map
Possession of weapons: 1
 1

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City Ranking

Safety comparison within Bedford district.

Local Rank

#2safest in Bedford

National Safety

Top 5%Safest

City Average

88.08per 1k

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Local Policing

Riseley, Wyboston

Bedfordshire Police

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Local Priorities

Community Priority for Wymington and surrounding areas.

During the priority setting meeting held on 31st January 2026 your local councillors met with your local policing team where the following priorities have been identified and agreed:

Serious Youth Violence - Wymington has been identified as a concern for youth violence.

If you have any concerns regarding your local area, please contact your local officers via:
[email protected]

Issued: 1 May 2026

Status Update

High visibility patrols and targeted presence within Wymington and surrounding areas, including foot and mobile patrols during key times.
Partnership working with internal departments and agencies to develop intelligence with an aim to disrupt serious youth violence and safeguard those who are vulnerable.

Actioned: 1 Aug 2026

Engagement Events

JUN24

The Green, Harrold - Surgery

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2:00 PM — 3:00 PM

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The Green Bedford

JUN27

Milton Ernest Garden Centre - Coffee with a Cop

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10:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Milton Ernest Garden Centre, Radwell Road Bedford

JUN28

Riseley Police Station Surgery

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10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

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37 High Street Bedford

JUL3

Poddington Parish Council Meeting

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7:30 PM — 8:30 PM

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Podington United Services Club, Gold Street Wellingborough

JUL15

Emmaus Village Carlton - Coffee with a Cop

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10:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Emmaus Village Carlton, School Lane Bedford

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